Operator Entry Level

American Gypsum Co.; Bernalillo (NM); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

American Gypsum Company LLC is seeking a Production Operator to safely run various equipment on the production floor, perform visual quality inspections, and help ensure quality and efficiency on every shift.

You will follow plant safety rules, participate in daily safety meetings, keep your area clean, and communicate any quality concerns to the supervisor. This is a full-time role with a 12-hour shift pattern and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read cut lists and input information accurately.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment on the production floor safely and efficiently.
• Perform visual quality inspections and follow quality procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping and follow safety rules in the work area.
• Relieve other operators as directed by supervision.
• Complete necessary tags and forms for quality checks.

Skills

Basic math

Touch screen

Lifting 25-50 lbs

Read cut lists

Forklift experience

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Location: 1000 N Hill Rd, Bernalillo, NM 87004

Work Schedule: 12-hour shifts; 60 hours/ week.

05:30 am- 05:30 pm; Monday - Friday

Overtime as required; occasionally need to work weekends.

Compensation: $22/ hour

Full or Part Time: Full-time only

American Gypsum Company LLC has been manufacturing, selling, and distributing gypsum wallboard products for over half a century, servicing the drywall industry with quality products that are sold throughout the United States.

At American Gypsum, we believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our company. We are committed to fostering a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.

JOB SUMMARY:

• The primary responsibility of the Operator is to operate various equipment and machines on the production floor in a safe and efficient manner.
• The Operator is responsible for
  • Visual quality inspections.
• Safety and quality should always be part of the daily operation:
  • to ensure a safe workplace.
  • and to produce the highest quality product possible.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Education requirement: High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to read cut lists and accurately complete special tags.
• Must be able to use a touch screen computer and input information.
• Must be able to lift/ move up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to perform basic math and metrics.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

SAFETY

• This operations position is a safety-sensitive position due to routine close proximity to moving and automatic equipment as well as mobile equipment.
• Operate in a safe manner, following all plant and departmental safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in daily/monthly crew safety meetings.
• Know how and where to properly lock out all job-related equipment.
• Understand safe operation for forklifts.
• Understand mobile equipment safety inspection.
• Wear appropriate PPE for the job conditions.
• Maintain housekeeping in the designated area.
• Comprehend and implement JSA’s for the area.

QUALITY

• Adhere to all quality-related procedures. This includes completing any necessary tags or forms accurately and completely.
• Complete any quality checks/ tests.
• Know all types of board produced and the corresponding measurements.
• Communicate with other operators as needed to prevent quality issues or delays.
• Notify the supervisor of any possible quality problems.

OPERATIONS

• Follow and understand all the operating procedures.
• Perform a complete visual inspection of all products.
• Report or repair any quality problems.
• Understand the equipment setup for a length or product change.
• Report any quality problems to your Foreman/Dry End Operator.
• Responsible for housekeeping of your work area.
• Properly store items such as brooms, shovels, and trash cans.
• Know how to safely start and test all equipment in the area.
• Maintain high attention level requirements: watching for problems, listening for alarms, aware of lift trucks in high traffic area.
• React to changing product requirements.
• Relieve other operators as directed by the supervisor.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Must be flexible with job duties; may be required to fill in on other jobs when the business or organization is short‑handed.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS:

• Manufacturing site.
• Typically, well‑lighted.
• The plant is not heated or air‑conditioned.
• Air quality is good, but dusty work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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